Wedding Disaster Strikes Star-Crossed Lover Due To This Scary Reason

As September 27, 1924, dawned on Lewiston, the residents of Arch Avenue couldn't help but feel a sense of sadness. For Frederick G. Payne, a well-loved member of the community, the day was supposed to mark the beginning of his new life with the love of his life. However, a small, yet ominous card on the front door of his house told a different story.

"Diphtheria", the card read, sending shockwaves throughout the neighborhood. News of Freddy's illness quickly spread like wildfire, leaving his friends and family in a state of dismay. The reason for their distress wasn't just the fact that Freddy was unwell but also that his wedding, which was scheduled to take place on the evening of the same day, had to be put off.

Freddy, as he was fondly known to the people in Lewiston, was a beloved figure in the community. Scores of people knew him, and his easy-going nature had earned him a lot of affection from those around him. His wedding was supposed to be a grand affair, with friends and family from both cities coming together to celebrate the union of the young couple.

The sudden outbreak of diphtheria, however, had put paid to all those plans. The couple's dreams of spending the rest of their lives together would have to wait a little longer, as Freddy battled the life-threatening disease.

As the residents of Lewiston went about their daily lives, their thoughts couldn't help but wander to Freddy and his fiancée, who were supposed to be starting their new life together. The cancellation of the wedding was a bitter pill to swallow, and the whole community was left feeling disappointed and worried about the young couple's future.